For 2010/2011 we will offer Science, History, and Literature/Writing.
Science
High School Chemistry with labs – Principles of Alchemy: Online based course using Merlin Science - labs and discussion during class time
Middle School Chemistry with labs – 6th through 8th – Christian Kids Explore Chemistry by Bright Ideas Press and Chemistry (DK Eyewitness Book)
2nd through 5th – Various Science Topics using Simple and Fun Science Simplified Book C
Kindergarten through 1st - Various Science Topics using Simple and Fun Science Simplified Book A
History
Renaissance through Early American (up to, but not including, the Civil War):
High School - Core Texts: History of the Church (Didache Series) and Why America is Free by Kenneth and Hamberger. Additional literature books will be assigned throughout the year.
6th through 8th - Core Text - All American History Volume 1 Student Reader and Student Workbook by Bright Ideas Press. Additional literature books will be assigned throughout the year.
2nd through 5th - Core Text - How American Began by Don Sharkey. Suggestions for Readers and Read-Alouds are provided
Kindergarten - 1st - Five in A Row
Literature/Writing
High School Literature/Composition – Hewitt Lightening Literature and Composition - Early American
Vocabulary from the Classical Roots
Adventures in Writing – 5th – 8th – A fun, creative writing class to teach students the joys of writing. Editor in Chief is the only required book purchase.
Creative Journal Writing – 1st – 4th – A gentle approach to journal writing using a variety of creative exercises. Students with limited writing skills will do more illustrations and less writing. A textbook is not required.
Additional Classes
Hands on Activities for Kindergarten age children including calendar and weather, puzzles, board games, creative crafts, lego building, etc.
Music and Movement - Preschool - Class is focused on learning about our Catholic Faith through music and movement.